I had always wanted to go to Lake Como, especially when I was studying abroad in Florence, Italy. I never got around to squeezing it into my travel schedule while I was living there, yet it was worth the wait. This year, I planned a long weekend to the little town of Como and gotContinue reading “A Weekend in Lake Como, Italy: Itinerary and Tips”
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How to Make the Best Charcuterie Board
What’s a picnic without red grapes, sharp cheese and some breadsticks? Truth is, there are a lot of ways to put together a charcuterie board. What is a charcuterie board? How do you even pronounce that? Charcuterie actually means a selection of meats (see also: charcuterie store). When put together on a “board” or plate,Continue reading “How to Make the Best Charcuterie Board”
How I Spent My 5-Day Trip to Florence, Italy
“You’re going for only five days?” When I saw the opportunity for a $500 round-trip ticket to Florence during my extended Thanksgiving break this year, I immediately called up my parents. Am I crazy? Should I do it? During school, we usually only have 3 days off for Thanksgiving break: the days directly before andContinue reading “How I Spent My 5-Day Trip to Florence, Italy”
My Story on Personal Growth Amid a Semester Abroad
We’ve all heard the cliche phrase, “Europe changed me,” in the face of playfully making fun of those who left home for a mere 3 months during their college experience. We get it. You got to live in Spain… or Greece… or Italy. What many people neglect to see, though, is the amount of personalContinue reading “My Story on Personal Growth Amid a Semester Abroad”
The 4 Best Pizza Shops in Florence, Italy
The fresh, fulfilling pizza in Italy is unlike anything you’ll find in the United States. It lacks the deep-dish grease that turns your stomach, and can actually be considered one of the healthy options in the Mediterranean diet. Where to Get Mouth-Watering Pizza in Florence While I was in Florence, many of the small shopsContinue reading “The 4 Best Pizza Shops in Florence, Italy”
Packing 101: The Little Tips No One Will Tell You Before Going Abroad
It’s not too difficult to find packing lists for most long-term trips these days, but there a few everyday things that you may not even realize you need to pack. As a girl who loves her skincare, hair care, and shopping, I’ve got you. Electronics First and foremost, electronics are a lot different in Europe.Continue reading “Packing 101: The Little Tips No One Will Tell You Before Going Abroad”
A Guide to Healthy Living in Florence, Italy
Keeping up a nutritious diet can be challenging while going abroad for several reasons. Not only is your diet changing as you’re exposed to new cuisines and cultures, but it can also be easy to get into a cycle of “treating yourself” to new treats. The purpose of this article is not to deter youContinue reading “A Guide to Healthy Living in Florence, Italy”
What I Wish I Knew Before Going Abroad
Nothing could have prepared me for my experience in Florence, because I never expected to feel that much at home in a foreign country, not knowing a single person on my trip. Was deciding to go one of the best decisions I’ve ever made? Undoubtedly yes – but that’s enough frosting on the cake. HereContinue reading “What I Wish I Knew Before Going Abroad”
Let’s Talk Pizza: Health Benefits and More
The freshness of Italian pizza does not compare to any American fare. Here’s everything you need to know about the pizza in Italy: How it’s made, why it’s healthy, and what you should try while you’re here. What’s better than a personal pizza? That’s how they do it here in Italy. When you order oneContinue reading “Let’s Talk Pizza: Health Benefits and More”
Academic Advice Abroad: What to Take?
“You’re taking a walking class?” a friend asked me one day. Wanderlust: The Physical and Emotional Art of Walking has been one of the most interesting courses I have taken while in Italy. Professor Lapo became my personal guide to discovering Florence on foot (Please, please, take this course). The cooking and cultural classes inContinue reading “Academic Advice Abroad: What to Take?”
Yours Truly, Cat Taylor 
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